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Ebuka Okorie drafted, traded to Detroit Pistons: Analysis, contract details, more

The Oklahoma City Thunder have selected Stanford point guard Ebuka Okorie No. 17 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. But after multiple trades, Okorie is heading to the Detroit Pistons.

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Detroit trades up to #17 to select Ebuka Okorie

Trajan Langdon had his eyes on Ebuka Okorie and traded up four spots to draft his guy. After Memphis moved back one pick to #17 after receiving two second rounders from Oklahoma City, they swapped with Detroit at #21 for an additional three more seconds.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 23

Three NBA players who won't live up to their next contract

These aren't the leaders of a championship-winning squad and, despite that, are going to be paid like they are.

Trae Young extension could make Wizards' draft decision easier

Bill Simmons shares bombshell Jaylen Brown, Celtics prediction

Karl-Anthony Towns trade looking disastrous for Timberwolves

The '20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 23

How Giannis Trade to Miami Heat Changes Things For Detroit Pistons

The news NBA fans have been on pins and needles about finally broke early Tuesday morning as the Miami Heat acquired Milwaukee Bucks star and two-time league MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster trade.

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The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz

The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?

The 'No.1 Draft pick & Rookie of the Year' quiz

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Norman Powell News / Detroit Bad Boys / June 23

Pistons could target Norm Powell in free agency, per report

The dust is still settling on the huge Giannis Antetokounmpo trade that saw the Milwaukee Bucks former MVP take his talents to South Beach for the Miami Heat.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / June 23

21 thoughts leading into the Pistons’ draft and offseason

With the NBA Draft tipping off on Tuesday and rumors percolating regarding what Trajan Langdon’s next move will be for the Detroit Pistons, I’m here to offer 21 thoughts — draft- and overall offseason-focused — leading us up to the 21st pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 22

3 Most Likely Detroit Pistons Draft Options at No. 21 Overall

The 2026 NBA Draft has finally arrived, and Detroit Pistons fans will soon find out who the franchise takes with the No. 21 overall pick in the first round.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Wire / June 22

Pistons make Jalen Duren restricted free agent

The Pistons have taken the expected first step toward keeping Jalen Duren in Detroit. According to Keith Smith of Spotrac, the Pistons have tendered Duren a qualifying offer, officially making the young center a restricted free agent.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / June 22

Pistons risk losing their heart and soul in rumored Tyler Herro-Giannis trade

The most important player on the Detroit Pistons is undeniably Cade Cunningham. He is now a multitime All-Star, All-NBA player, and a true superstar. It is also clear that Trajan Langdon considers the core players alongside Cade to be Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Rumors / June 22

Jalen Duren receives qualifying offer

The Pistons have tendered a qualifying offer to Jalen Duren, officially making him a restricted free agent, a league source tells Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter link).

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Kyrie Irving News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 22

NBA Insider Says Pistons Expressed Real Interest in Kyrie Irving

The Detroit Pistons have shown interest in superstar guard Kyrie Irving, as their hunt for another scorer alongside Cade Cunningham intensifies. With the

Isaiah Stewart News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 21

3 Isaiah Stewart Trade Packages That Would Make Sense for Detroit Pistons

The Detroit Pistons have put Isaiah Stewart on the trade block with multiple offers swirling around the ever-changing rumor mill. Several teams would benefit from having Stewart, who averaged 10 points, five rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game last season, on a solid 55% from the floor.

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NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 21

How Rumored Giannis Move to Miami Heat Will Help Detroit Pistons

It seems that Giannis Antetokounmpo is taking his talents to the Miami Heat, and this could also favor the Detroit Pistons. A three-team trade would send the Greek superstar to South Beach in a monumental three-team trade involving the Milwaukee Bucks and the Pistons.